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ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

ByteDance

China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, showcases locally popular short videos, influencer content, and creative challenges optimized for China’s market.

Douyin

What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

Consumer Services

What drives digital storytelling? Examine content creation, distribution channels, and media platforms connecting audiences worldwide.

Content

How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

Creative

How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

E-commerce

What happens when viewers join in real time? Explore live streaming platforms, audience interaction tools, and brand opportunities in instant video.

Live Streaming

How do platforms deliver on immediacy? Analyze ride-hailing, instant deliveries, and gig models meeting consumer needs fast.

On-demand Services

Can brief clips hold lasting impact? Analyze short-form content trends, creator communities, and platform strategies for rapid viewer engagement.

Short Video

How do visuals captivate global viewers? Dive into streaming services, production models, and evolving formats defining video engagement.

Video

Douyin’s content ecosystem offers brands a path to adapt to shifting consumer habits, engage users, and drive demand across channels.

How does Douyin fuel omnichannel growth for brands? | KrASIA

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How does Douyin fuel omnichannel growth for brands?

Spotlighting Asia&#039;s next wave of innovations.

KrASIA

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been providing high-quality content around China’s innovation and new economy trends. With the traffic and network it has built, 36Kr has developed a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities of the technology landscape in China.

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36Kr English

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How do markets shape wealth creation? Study portfolio diversification, asset classes, and strategies balancing growth and risk.

Investment

When do companies invite public investment? Understand listing criteria, underwriter roles, and regulatory steps defining initial offerings.

Why do firms join forces? Investigate synergy goals, valuation methods, and negotiations driving corporate consolidation.

Merger &amp; Acquisition

What happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

Private Equity

What fuels startup ecosystems? Review funding rounds, investor strategies, and market insights guiding entrepreneurial growth.

Venture Capital

Malaysia

Singapore

Bringing you the latest updates on funding deals and activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Bolttech raises Series C funding, Catcha Digital to acquire stakes in Tastefully and Drive 2 Digital, latest China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Bolttech raises Series C funding, Catcha Digital to acquire stakes in Tastefully and Drive 2 Digital, latest China deals, and more

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KrASIA Writers

CATL manufactures batteries that power electric vehicles, energy storage, and renewable energy infrastructures globally.

CATL

How do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

Batteries

What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

Deep Tech

How is power evolving? Review renewable sources, grid innovations, and efficiency measures driving cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

Energy

CATL’s “Choco-Swap” system reimagines EV batteries as assets, shaping a new business paradigm that maximizes utility and profitability.

From power to profit: CATL turns EV batteries into financial assets with “Choco-Swap” | KrASIA

From power to profit: CATL turns EV batteries into financial assets with “Choco-Swap”

Q&amp;A

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Xiaomi crafts affordable smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices, appealing to users who seek innovation, quality, and budget-friendly tech.

Xiaomi

Xiaomi resolved to profit off of internet services and its stakes in Mi ecosystem companies.

In-depth: Q&A session at Xiaomi's IPO press conference | KrASIA

In-depth: Q&#038;A session at Xiaomi&#8217;s IPO press conference

How are driverless systems redefining mobility? Uncover sensor technologies, regulatory frameworks, and AI driving cars without human intervention.

Autonomous Vehicles

Data security is an issue that all smart car manufacturers must attach importance to.

Byton, the Chinese Tesla, thinks data security is a long-neglected real concern for EVs | KrASIA

Byton, the Chinese Tesla, thinks data security is a long-neglected real concern for EVs

The WhereIsWhere app is here to help brick-and-mortar stores.

WhereIsWhere interview: How a S'pore startup looks to revolutionize physical channels via its location-based marketing platform | KrASIA

WhereIsWhere interview: How a S&#8217;pore startup looks to revolutionize physical channels via its location-based marketing platform

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Robin Moh

Are there many great companies? No. Do I need a lot of money? No. Should I spread my money around? No. It's enough that you get these straight. Plus, you must have patience.

Be inspired by Kathy Xu, founder and president of Capital Today, in her journey of investments (3/3) | KrASIA

Be inspired by Kathy Xu, founder and president of Capital Today, in her journey of investments (3/3)

Be inspired by Kathy Xu, founder and president of Capital Today, in her journey of investments (2/3) | KrASIA

Be inspired by Kathy Xu, founder and president of Capital Today, in her journey of investments (2/3)

Be inspired by Kathy Xu, founder and president of Capital Today, in her journey of investments (1/3) | KrASIA

Be inspired by Kathy Xu, founder and president of Capital Today, in her journey of investments (1/3)

Director of BIGO LIVE under US-listed YY Brand: Jockey for position in the global live-streaming market, fearless of the competition with BAT

The live-streaming product, BIGO LIVE, is designed exclusively for overseas users by US-listed YY.

Interview with Bigo: How a Chinese live streaming service successfully replicated itself in Southeast Asia markets | KrASIA

Interview with Bigo: How a Chinese live streaming service successfully replicated itself in Southeast Asia markets

What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

Artificial Intelligence

Early this April, SenseTime (商汤科技) announced a fresh funding round of $600 million, just nine months after its then record-breaking (in the AI scene) Series B round of $410 million.

How to make money from the digitization of the physical world? Interview with SenseTime CEO XU Li. Part (2/2) | KrASIA

How to make money from the digitization of the physical world? Interview with SenseTime CEO XU Li. Part (2/2)

SenseTime’s AI solutions power facial recognition, image processing, and autonomous driving, serving governments, enterprises, and research institutes.

Q&A

In-depth: Q&A session at Xiaomi’s IPO press conference